These appetizer are definitely a must have for any booze. These Gambas are very tasty and savory and a favorite in Spain for Tapas (hors d’oeuvres) with aperitif. So yummy!

Gambas al Ajillo Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

• 700g large shrimp
• Salt
• ½ cup olive oil
• 3 or 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced lengthwise 
• Hot red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare to clean the shrimps (peel, devein and salt).
2. In a pan, heat the olive oil and fry the garlic until it smells fragrant for about a minute or less.
3. Toss in the shrimp and season with pepper flakes about ½ to 1 teaspoon. 
4. Let it cook, sizzle and cover the pan for about 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp becomes pink and cook through. 
5. Make sure not to cook it for more than 3 minutes or it will turn rubbery.
6. Serve it hot and garnish with chopped parsley upon serving.

Servings: 6